Robeson, Richard L. 1960-2019

ROBESON, BRYANT, WOGAN, SCHAFER, HIGBY, EILDERS, HANSON, MOON, BLANKENSHIP

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Date: 7/13/2021 at 21:35:40

Richard L. Robeson
1960-2019

Richard L. Robeson passed away at his home Oct. 15, 2019, at the age of 59. Richard was born Feb. 25, 1960, in Cherokee, to Frank and Peggy (Bryant) Robeson. His family moved to Newton in 1965, where he attended elementary and high school, graduating in 1979. He married Peggy Wogan June 7, 1980. The couple had three children, Anthony, Miranda and Andrew. They divorced in July of 1986, and Richard moved to Omaha, Neb., a short time later.

On July 30, 1990, he married Dawn Schafer. The couple had two children, Amanda and Abbie. In 1995, Richard began his 24-year career as a welder at Nebraska Engineering Company (NECO). Richard and Dawn divorced in February of 2002. During his subsequent bachelor years, Richard was an avid performer in the Kansas City Renaissance Festival greeting the crowds at the front gate and being paid for his work with a bowl of soup.

In February 2007, he met Lori Higby and they were married May 26, 2012. Richard and Lori enjoyed spending time with his children and welcoming many grandchildren into the family.

Throughout his life, Richard enjoyed drawing, hiking, camping, fishing and being at peace with the outdoors. He shared these passions with family and friends. Richard was a hardworking man but always found time for his family. He was known to have a smile and a laugh that caused others to smile and laugh with him. He will be remembered for giving love to everyone in his life, as well as giving the best hugs.

He was a loving husband, a caring dad, a proud papa and a devoted friend. He was preceded in death by his mother, Peggy; and granddaughter, Taylor. He is survived by his father, Frank (Carla); wife, Lori; children, Tony (Ashley), Miranda, Andrew (Aleah), Amanda (Ben) and Abbie (Alex); 11 grandchildren, Carter; Madylane (M), Daniel (Chunk), Drew (Troll); Sophia, Allie, Emma, Katie, Connor; Savannah (Peanut) and Aspen (Monkey); three sisters, Susan Eilders (Kevin), Julie Moon (Tim) and Amy Blankenship; three nieces, Mindy Hanson (Jon), Alicia Moon and Shelby Blankenship; nephew, Cody Blankenship; four great-nieces; and a great-nephew.

The family received friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20 at the West Center Chapel. A funeral service was at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21 at West Center Chapel with a luncheon following. Memorials are suggested to American Cancer Society. ~ The Newton Daily News, Newton, Iowa 21 Oct 2019.